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GU59 LXL

2009 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,984 mi
Last recorded44,984 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 LXL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 44,984 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Exhaust Back Box Corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre Side Wall Damaged (Been Run Flat)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn inner Edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre Perished

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Jan 2018 44,984 miles

Exhaust Back Box Corroded

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre Side Wall Damaged (Been Run Flat)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn inner Edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre Perished

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 35,238 miles

Both Mirror Glass Cracked

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre Perishing

Oil Leak

Pass 2 Sep 2015 32,232 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 28,981 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 23,847 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 17,291 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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GU59 LXL is a 2009 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 50,765 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU59 LXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU59 LXL registered?

GU59 LXL is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 October 2009.

Is GU59 LXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 LXL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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